Introducing the Bible

If you haven’t read through the Bible before, where do you start? It's the world's bestselling book, yet for many it feels confusing, intimidating or out of reach. Since the Bible is made up of 66 books and full of unfamiliar names, ancient cultures, and different styles of writing, it's hard to see the bigger picture of how all the pieces fit together.

But the Bible can be understood meaningfully with a little guidance.

Whether you’re spiritually curious, exploring Christianity or simply wanting to understand the book that has shaped our world more than any other, Introducing the Bible will give you the confidence to explore it for yourself — while leaving space for you to reach your own conclusions. You will…

• Discover what the Bible is and how it fits together into one larger story
• Learn simple ways to navigate, read and understand the Bible in context
• Explore helpful habits, tools and reading plans for getting started
• Consider common questions about translations, reliability and how the Bible was formed

Bible scholar Andrew Ollerton acts as a friendly guide, opening the front door to the Bible and helping you find your bearings inside. Each short chapter is easy to read and designed to make a practical difference to your reading and understanding of the Bible. Along the way, you’ll discover links to reading plans, discussion guides and more to help you explore further.

Ideal for those curious about Christianity or seeking to become a Christian, as well as for new Christians or anyone opening a Bible for the first time, this book makes an excellent companion gift alongside a copy of the Bible itself.